Large Antique Tibetan Copper and White Metal Ritual Dragon Ewer

antique Tibetan Copper & Mixed Metal Dragon Ritual Ewer Impressive antique Himalayan ceremonial ewer featuring a hand-hammered copper body with applied repoussé dragon panels, dragon-head spout, cast dragon-form handle, lotus-petal pedestal base, and richly decorated domed cover. The vessel displays a warm aged copper patina together with elaborate Buddhist-inspired ornamentation and traditional Himalayan metalworking techniques. A substantial example weighing approximately 4,720 grams (10.4 lbs), the vessel was likely created for ceremonial or ritual use and combines sculptural presence with exceptional handcrafted detail. Condition includes losses to the dragon-tail element and lotus base, consistent with age and use. Measurements Height: 15" Width (spout to handle): 15" Weight: 4,720 grams (10.4 lbs) This Tibetan teapot is identical to a teapot- the Wessex teapot, given to Sir Merton Russell-Cotes (1835-1921) by the explorer Lieutenant Colonel Sir Francis Younghusband (1863-1942). In 1903-4 Younghusband led a controversial military expedition into Tibet. The Wessex teapot was featured and prominently displayed at the Dorset museum. https://www.dorsetecho.co.uk/news/14845220.treasures-from-across-wessex-going-on-show-at-dorset-county-museum/ This antique Tibetan bronze and copper teapot with metal repousse work, castings and hammering details is from the late 18th C/ early 19th C. It is in very good condition except for the finial which has come off and needs to be repaired. This is a rare piece as very few teapots belonging to that period exist today. (Dimensions 15.5inches , 15 inches from spout to handle end) . Measurements Height: 15 in. Width (spout to handle): 15 in.